Discounted Collectathon Games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated collectathon games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free collectathon games are available at the bottom of the page.
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Dragon Spirits
While constantly working on a video game without any rest, a college student who's about to graduate quietly slipped into slumber several times. In those lucid dreams, he found himself in the game he was working on, the fantasy world of Dragon Spirits.
Plantera 2: Golden Acorn
The round blue Mellows return to tend to the Garden once more. Grow plants, bushes, trees, animals, water features and the great magical oak tree that has been rumored to have placed its seed there. Tend to the oak tree and grow it to the sky to harvest its Golden Acorns.
Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key
The final summer, the final secret... Ryza's final adventure is about to begin!
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake
Wish-granting Mermaid’s Tears in the hands of SpongeBob and Patrick… What could go wrong? Sure, the very fabric holding the universe together could come undone, opening portals into wild Wishworlds. But that’s nothing our favorite sponge can’t handle- with the right cosmic costume!
River City Girls 2
The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!
Lil Gator Game
Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!
Alchemy Garden
Craft magic potions and sell them in your own alchemy shop! Explore the world and harvest plants to discover new recipes! Take care of your own garden of alchemy and decorate the shop as you like!
The Spirit and the Mouse
Bring kindness and light to the people of Sainte-et-Claire as Lila—a tiny mouse with a big heart! Explore a quaint French village, make electrifying new friends, and do good deeds for those in need in this lush narrative adventure game.
Temtem
Temtem is an online creature-collection adventure. Tame 165 unique creatures across 7 vibrant islands, battle other tamers, tackle mythical Lairs, chase Luma & Umbra variants, and breed your favorite Tems - with friends by your side! Dive into a colorful monster catching adventure, so Temtem up!
Hell Pie
Hell Pie is an obscene 3D platformer that takes bad taste to the next level! Hell Pie sees you grab the horns of Nate, the ‘Demon of Bad Taste’. He is given the honorable task of gathering the disgusting ingredients for Satan’s infamous birthday pie!
Epic Battle Fantasy Collection
A collection of short and silly games from the early days of the internet. There's turn-based RPGs, shoot-em-ups, platformers, and more - updated with new quality-of-life features. Plus there's a whopping 150 achievements to collect, and a free soundtrack DLC!
Kao the Kangaroo
Inspired by the golden age of 3D Platformers, Kao The Kangaroo returns in a whole new adventure! Embark on an epic journey, master magical gloves, explore lush environments and take Kao through his most grand tale yet!
Soundfall
Soundfall is a dungeon crawler that combines looter-shooter action with rhythm-based gameplay. Venture out solo or with up to 4 friends locally or online. Collect loot and time your actions to the beat to become all powerful. Play the Campaign Mode, Free Play 100's of songs or import your own music!
Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy!
Submerged: Hidden Depths
Boat, climb, interact and explore in the beautiful ruins of a sunken world.
Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
A mysterious story of a mysterious dream ... This is a story about one of the adventures Sophie the Alchemist had after she left her hometown of Kirchen Bell.
Kardboard Kings: Card Shop Simulator
Open your own Card shop by the seaside! Buy, trade and sell Cards, OR keep them for your own collection! Earn reputation with customers, beat your shop goals, unlock new decorations, and host exciting events to bring everyone to the best Card shop in town!
Siralim Ultimate
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot.
Cats in Time
A relaxing puzzle game in which you explore 3D dioramas, solve puzzles and save cats lost in time! Crazy, right?!
Here Comes Niko!
Here Comes Niko! is the cozy 3D platformer for tired people! You play as Niko traveling across scenic islands. Make new friends, catch fish, solve puzzles, snag bugs, and more! Oh, Did I mention your boss is a frog?
Luna's Fishing Garden
Luna's Fishing Garden is a short, cozy fishing and building game. Catch fish, trade it in and create the garden of your dreams by planting new trees, placing water objects and bringing animals to the archipelago.
Beasts of Maravilla Island
Beasts of Maravilla Island is a 3D adventure game where you take on the role of a young wildlife photographer who traverses Maravilla Island's magical ecosystems to discover extraordinary creatures, learn their behaviors, and, most importantly, photograph their majesty.
Most played collectathon games on Steam
Take a look at the top collectathon games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of June 16th 2025.
1. TCG Card Shop Simulator
Open your own local game store. Stock shelves with the latest booster packs, or crack them and collect the cards for yourself. Set your own prices, hire staff, host events, and expand your card shop. TCG Card Shop Simulator is a simulation, management and economy game developed and published by OPNeon Games. Released on September 15th 2024 has received 39,499 reviews of which 38,392 were positive and 1,107 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played collectathon game, thanks to its 1,772 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.5
38,392
1,107
1,772
players
2. Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy! Coromon is a creature collector, exploration and jrpg game developed by TRAGsoft and published by indie.io. Released on March 31st 2022 has received 6,682 reviews of which 5,703 were positive and 979 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. While seeing 171 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among collectathon games based on player count.
8.3
5,703
979
171
players
3. A Hat in Time
A Hat in Time is a cute-as-heck 3D platformer featuring a little girl who stitches hats for wicked powers! Freely explore giant worlds and recover Time Pieces to travel to new heights! A Hat in Time is a cute, 3d platformer and collectathon game developed by Gears for Breakfast and published by Gears for Breakfast and Humble Games. Released on October 05th 2017 has received 51,687 reviews of which 50,577 were positive and 1,110 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. While seeing 165 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among collectathon games based on player count.
9.6
50,577
1,110
165
players
4. Supercar Collection Simulator
Start your own diecast store! Unbox surprise car packs, expand your collection, oin exciting races with customers on the tracks, and play online trading games. A world full of speed and excitement is waiting for you in your store! Supercar Collection Simulator is a multiplayer, simulation and trading card game game developed and published by Kiki Games. Released on April 14th 2025 has received 711 reviews of which 641 were positive and 70 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 165 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.5
641
70
165
players
5. Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout
The concept of this title, the latest in the series to depict a new "Atelier" world, is "True-to-life youths that develop together, even if just a little bit". Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout is a jrpg, exploration and crafting game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on October 28th 2019 has received 8,414 reviews of which 7,320 were positive and 1,094 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 150 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.5
7,320
1,094
150
players
6. Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land
"Atelier Yumia" is a story about “memory”. Explore the field to gather materials and synthesis items. The items you create can be key to advancing the story and can also be used in battles and exploration. Additionally, you can create your own base with “Building" in the field. Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is a exploration, female protagonist and jrpg game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on March 20th 2025 has received 2,541 reviews of which 1,648 were positive and 893 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.4 out of 10. With 142 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played collectathon games.
6.4
1,648
893
142
players
7. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator
The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator is a cute, relaxing and collectathon game developed by turbolento games and published by turbolento publishing. Released on July 06th 2022 has received 17,685 reviews of which 17,302 were positive and 383 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 124 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played collectathon games.
9.5
17,302
383
124
players
8. PickCrafter
Conquer PickCrafter, the hit indie idle game! Break blocks, forge equipment, and collect powerful Pickaxes. Prestige to legendary tiers with the new Ascension Skill Tree. Discover biomes and battle epic bosses. Make meaningful choices and invent complex builds in this addictive endless adventure! PickCrafter is a mining, idler and free to play game developed and published by Fiveamp. Released on December 14th 2017 has received 6,898 reviews of which 5,965 were positive and 933 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 116 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.4
5,965
933
116
players
9. Siralim Ultimate
Siralim Ultimate is a monster-catching, dungeon-crawling RPG with a ridiculous amount of depth. Summon over 1200 different creatures and travel through randomly generated dungeons to acquire resources, new creatures, and loot. Siralim Ultimate is a collectathon, creature collector and dungeon crawler game developed by Thylacine Studios and published by Thylacine Studios LLC. Released on December 03rd 2021 has received 2,021 reviews of which 1,908 were positive and 113 were negative resulting in a rating of 9.0 out of 10. With 108 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played collectathon games.
9.0
1,908
113
108
players
10. Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy
This story takes place three years after the events of the previous game “Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout,” and depicts the reunion of Ryza and her friends, who go through new encounters and goodbyes to discover a true priceless treasure. Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy is a exploration, collectathon and crafting game developed and published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO. and LTD.. Released on January 25th 2021 has received 3,570 reviews of which 3,248 were positive and 322 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played collectathon games.
8.8
3,248
322
82
players
Best deals on collectathon games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of collectathon games available on Steam right now, updated on June 16th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted collectathon games.
1. New Super Lucky's Tale
Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers! New Super Lucky's Tale is a adventure, 3d platformer and action-adventure game developed and published by Playful Corp.. Released on August 21st 2020 has received 640 reviews of which 611 were positive and 29 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Featuring a massive 99% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for collectathon category.
8.9
611
29
-99%
27.99€
0.55€
2. Effie
Effie is a 3D action-adventure game that combines classic elements from the genre, such as combat, platforming, and puzzles, with the exploration of an expanded world. Live a unique fantasy adventure and relive the look and feel of old-school video-games! Effie is a 3d platformer, collectathon and colorful game developed and published by Inverge Studios. Released on January 28th 2020 has received 450 reviews of which 337 were positive and 113 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 98% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in collectathon games.
7.1
337
113
-98%
16.79€
0.47€
3. Siralim 3
Siralim 3 is a mechanically deep, monster taming RPG. Summon and customize over 700 different creatures to fight for you as you battle your way through randomly generated dungeons. Find rare treasure and use it to craft new items, empower your creatures, learn new spells, and much more. Siralim 3 is a creature collector, collectathon and dungeon crawler game developed by Thylacine Studios and published by Thylacine Studios LLC. Released on October 15th 2018 has received 982 reviews of which 930 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 97% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in collectathon games.
8.9
930
52
-97%
14.79€
0.48€
4. Coromon
Coromon is a modern take on the classic monster-taming genre. Tame Coromon and explore a vast world filled with thrilling turn-based battles, brain-twisting puzzles, and a mysterious threat to the world awaiting defeat. Nobody said being a Battle Researcher was easy! Coromon is a creature collector, exploration and jrpg game developed by TRAGsoft and published by indie.io. Released on March 31st 2022 has received 6,682 reviews of which 5,703 were positive and 979 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.3
5,703
979
-96%
18.49€
0.86€
5. Yooka-Laylee
Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B! Yooka-Laylee is a 3d platformer, collectathon and adventure game developed by Playtonic Games and published by Playtonic Friends. Released on April 11th 2017 has received 5,257 reviews of which 3,937 were positive and 1,320 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 96% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
7.3
3,937
1,320
-96%
19.99€
0.95€
6. Dragon Spirits
While constantly working on a video game without any rest, a college student who's about to graduate quietly slipped into slumber several times. In those lucid dreams, he found himself in the game he was working on, the fantasy world of Dragon Spirits. Dragon Spirits is a rpg, creature collector and collectathon game developed by FHNBHJ and published by FHNBHJ and indienova. Released on April 25th 2023 has received 302 reviews of which 261 were positive and 41 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 95% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.0
261
41
-95%
9.75€
0.54€
7. Beasts of Maravilla Island
Beasts of Maravilla Island is a 3D adventure game where you take on the role of a young wildlife photographer who traverses Maravilla Island's magical ecosystems to discover extraordinary creatures, learn their behaviors, and, most importantly, photograph their majesty. Beasts of Maravilla Island is a exploration, collectathon and puzzle game developed by Banana Bird Studios and LLC and published by Whitethorn Games. Released on June 12th 2021 has received 438 reviews of which 386 were positive and 52 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 94% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.2
386
52
-94%
8.19€
0.52€
8. Luna's Fishing Garden
Luna's Fishing Garden is a short, cozy fishing and building game. Catch fish, trade it in and create the garden of your dreams by planting new trees, placing water objects and bringing animals to the archipelago. Luna's Fishing Garden is a 2d platformer, collectathon and fishing game developed by Coldwild Games and illufinch and published by Coldwild Games. Released on June 16th 2021 has received 2,058 reviews of which 1,946 were positive and 112 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
9.0
1,946
112
-93%
7.99€
0.58€
9. Cavern of Dreams
Embark on a magical quest as Fynn the dragon to rescue your unhatched siblings from the mysterious Cavern of Dreams in this N64-style 3D platformer. Gain new abilities, meet unique characters, solve puzzles, and beware of the mysterious villain. Cavern of Dreams is a old school, 3d platformer and cute game developed by Bynine Studio and published by Super Rare Originals. Released on October 19th 2023 has received 1,163 reviews of which 1,087 were positive and 76 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 93% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
8.8
1,087
76
-93%
12.79€
1.00€
10. Sumire
One Day, One Life. Sumire is a magical narrative adventure about choices made, and dreams lost and found. Embark on a mysterious journey to help Sumire achieve her deepest wishes, before the day ends and the sky turns to twilight. Sumire is a choose your own adventure, exploration and interactive fiction game developed by GameTomo Team and published by GameTomo Co. and Ltd.. Released on May 26th 2021 has received 848 reviews of which 817 were positive and 31 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 85% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for collectathon games.
9.0
817
31
-85%
5.89€
0.94€
Free collectathon games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play collectathon games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on June 16th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play collectathon games.
1. PickCrafter
Conquer PickCrafter, the hit indie idle game! Break blocks, forge equipment, and collect powerful Pickaxes. Prestige to legendary tiers with the new Ascension Skill Tree. Discover biomes and battle epic bosses. Make meaningful choices and invent complex builds in this addictive endless adventure! PickCrafter is a mining, idler and free to play game developed and published by Fiveamp. Released on December 14th 2017 has received 6,898 reviews of which 5,965 were positive and 933 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 116 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free collectathon games on Steam.
8.4
5,965
933
116
players
2. MergeCrafter
Welcome to the magical world of Runaria! Explore dungeons, chop trees, mine rocks, and discover hidden treasure! Merge identical items to create valuable resources, Craft new tools and upgrade them with powerful enchantments! Setup passive mining drills and tree farms to rebuild your camp! MergeCrafter is a relaxing, sandbox and match 3 game developed and published by Fiveamp. Released on August 23rd 2022 has received 815 reviews of which 592 were positive and 223 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #2 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
7.0
592
223
74
players
3. 2024: Mosaic Retrospective
2024: Mosaic Retrospective is a charity-fundraising picross/minesweeper hybrid featuring a single ENORMOUS puzzle inspired by global news stories from throughout the year. 2024: Mosaic Retrospective is a clicker, puzzle and collectathon game developed by Mark Ffrench and published by Divide The Plunder. Released on December 30th 2024 has received 529 reviews of which 465 were positive and 64 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #3 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.2
465
64
52
players
4. God Awe-full Clicker
God Awe-Full Clicker is an Endless Dungeon Clicker/Idle game full of Greek Mythology and Epic Battles with RPG style aspects. God Awe-full Clicker is a free to play, idler and clicker game developed and published by Mad Labyrinth Studios LLC. Released on September 19th 2018 has received 387 reviews of which 246 were positive and 141 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
6.1
246
141
4
players
5. Alpaca Stacka
A 3D adventure platformer where you play as a kind alpaca dedicated to helping their animal friends. Alpaca Stacka is a indie, exploration and 3d platformer game developed by Sebastian Baracaldo and Michelle Ma and published by Spookulele Games. Released on July 29th 2021 has received 5,765 reviews of which 5,618 were positive and 147 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. The game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
9.4
5,618
147
2
players
6. Underminer
Welcome to Underminer, an underground adventure game set in a subterranean world. Mine minerals, earn money, upgrade your drill machine and descend deeper into the earth. The truth about 'legendary minerals' and an exciting underground world are waiting for you! Underminer is a simulation, action-adventure and collectathon game developed by Team GongMyeong and published by Jungle Game Lab. Released on January 10th 2024 has received 841 reviews of which 784 were positive and 57 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.8
784
57
1
players
7. Where Jellyfish 水母在哪里
Search for 100 Jellyfish. A carefully hand drawn 4K scene filled with cute characters. The process is short and won't take up too much player time. You can choose your favorite dyeing for the convenience of color blind players. Extremely easy to achieve. Where Jellyfish 水母在哪里 is a idler, hidden object and creature collector game developed and published by 冷笑黑妖. Released on December 21st 2023 has received 391 reviews of which 378 were positive and 13 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.9
378
13
8. Evo\Wave
Evo\Wave is a 3D platformer featuring LAI-6, an A.I. with a goal to restore the world following the passage of MagnaVex who brought the world back to a retro era. Repair the Evo\Core to progress through the different graphic periods of the video game history! Evo\Wave is a collectathon, retro and free to play game developed by MagnaVex Entertainment and published by UQAT - Création et nouveaux médias. Released on March 12th 2021 has received 494 reviews of which 473 were positive and 21 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
8.9
473
21
9. The Market of Light
A short game and tech demo created with Unreal Engine 5. The player is a small firefly that collects orbs of light scattered around the market. Experience a meticulously rendered world from a micro view point! The Market of Light is a action, collectathon and 3d game developed and published by historia Inc.. Released on September 28th 2021 has received 409 reviews of which 335 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
7.7
335
74
10. Loot Grind Simulator
Loot Grind Simulator is a fantasy-themed game about completing quests and earning better loot to equip. The game is meant as satire of the current MMO and Looter Shooter trends and features idle gameplay elements with decisions about what quests to undertake and items to craft. Loot Grind Simulator is a casual, short and collectathon game developed and published by GG Undroid Games. Released on October 14th 2020 has received 373 reviews of which 299 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free collectathon games on Steam.
7.5
299
74